Bidspirit auction | GROUP OF MANGBETU HATS

GROUP OF MANGBETU HATS - Ca. 19th - early 20th century AD. A fine group of woven hats from the Mangbetu, each with distinct geometric designs in natural and dark-dyed fibres. The hats feature variations of bold linear and diamond motifs, achieved through intricate plaiting techniques.For similar see: Pitt River Museums, 1st floor.Size: 90-100mm x 150-160mm; Weight: 120gProvenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Congo Gallery Brussels, 07 April 2010.